STUDENTS on an innovative veterinary course enjoyed a perfect start to the year
Learners on the Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing – Small Animal Practice at Coleg Cambria Northop achieved a 100% pass rate in their first set of exams. Among them were Hannah Williams and Katherine Oldham, who work at practices in North Wales and hope to go on and have careers in a sector where there is […]
Leading names in wildlife, nature and conservation showcased career opportunities for students at a college event
Organisations from across North Wales and beyond met with Animal Management learners at Coleg Cambria Northop to offer work placements and discuss roles in the sector. Among them were Greenacres Animal Park, North Clwyd Animal Rescue, Dee Park, Emerald Pawtraits, and Nature’s SAFE. Representatives from the college’s Job Shop and Work Experience team were also […]
A leading light in animal therapy held a workshop for students and zookeepers at a popular wildlife park
Matthew Shackleton, a Chester-based veterinary physio, zoo consultant and animal care practitioner at Coleg Cambria Northop, discussed and demonstrated lameness and enrichment devices at Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Branton, near Doncaster. Joined by Cambria’s Animal Care Coordinator Richard Morrilly, they conducted a morning of theory on physiology and how to spot locomotive illnesses – which […]
MORE than 50 schoolchildren enjoyed a skills day amidst the creature comforts of Coleg Cambria Northop
Pupils from Ysgol Owen Jones, based in the Flintshire village, took part in a range of activities centred on Maths, English and Digital Literacy. They also had the opportunity to view and handle some of the wide range of species at the site’s Small Animal Centre, which houses more than 200 types from reptiles, fish […]
Students with additional learning needs and/or disabilities are enjoying sports success at Coleg Cambria
Students with additional learning needs and/or disabilities are enjoying sports success at Coleg Cambria
Golden girl Jess Pritchard rode to victory in a prestigious equestrian competition
The Coleg Cambria student won the 1* Grade Three Para Dressage competition at the Addington International Arena. Representing Team GB, Jess – an Entry Level 3 Learner in Animal Care, based at Northop – said it was the biggest victory of her life. The 17 year-old, from Cheshire, and her horse Ted completed a number of challenges […]
COLEG CAMBRIA will showcase its wide range of courses and cutting-edge facilities at a series of open events this Spring
The accessible sessions will take place on the following dates at these sites: Deeside and Deeside Sixth – Wednesday March 6 from 5pm-7pm. Llysfasi – Saturday March 9 from 10am-12pm. Yale and Yale Sixth Wrexham – Wednesday March 13 from 5pm-7pm. Bersham Road Wrexham – Wednesday March 13 from 5pm-7pm. Northop – Saturday March 16 […]
Safari so good for a couple who landed dream jobs at a leading tourist attraction
Molly Cartwright and Luke Fearnett, former Animal Management students at Coleg Cambria Northop, have secured permanent roles at West Midland Safari Park in Worcestershire. Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the 200-acre park welcomes more than 750,000 visitors every year. With 165 different species to help take care of on-site, Molly and Luke – who are boyfriend and […]
Leading figures in ecology and on green issues were united at a conservation conference
Coleg Cambria’s Northop Business School welcomed more than 60 guests to its annual sustainability event. Among them were Seb Gudek from Llandudno-based Aqualogik Ltd, Flintshare’s Nikki Giles, and Toni Godoplphin, Carbon Reduction/Fund Engagement Officer at Antur Cymru Enterprise, who discussed grants for environmental projects. Also in attendance were PRM Waste Systems, Flintshire County Council, Haven […]
Coleg Cambria has launched new qualifications to build sustainable workforces and help future-proof organisations as part of the UK’s move towards a ‘green economy’
The college’s Northop Business School unveiled a suite of Level 2 and Level 3 online courses designed to support the public and private sectors in their journey towards ‘net zero’. Accredited by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) – the largest professional body for environmental practitioners in the UK and worldwide, with up […]